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In photosynthesis, the light energy (from sun) is converted to chemical energy that can be later released to fuel the organism's activities. This is an example of ________________ reaction.


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Endothermic

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Exothermic

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Combination

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Substitution

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Solution

The correct option is A

Endothermic


The reaction in which energy (heat) is absorbed is called endothermic reaction.

In photosynthesis, the energy in form of light is absorbed for the reaction to occur, hence this is an endothermic reaction.


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